Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Last week was a big success I was, I was surprised by how many people loved the hand planes that I brought. Many were very curious about them, so f you don’t know a hand plane is used for body surfing and allows you to get more of your body out of the water so you go faster. At the end of the day the leaf cutting board, one of my hand planes found new homes.

Hand planes

Shortly after I made the first leaf cutting board I got the idea of putting the veins of the leaf into the next one. I was excited to see the other one sell so I would be able to put that idea into action! I hope everyone likes the way it came out.

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Here is a little sample of what I have been up to lately as you can see they have been piling up in my room, taking over my desk. You’ll notice a kitchen theme throughout the projects because I will be hosting a booth at the Makers Market this Wednesday right next to the Farmers Market down town Santa Cruz. I will be there from 1:30-6:30 so stop by and say hi.

About Me

My name is Dan Forshner. My passions in life are God, family, friends, the ocean and woodworking. Since, I was a young boy I have always used wood working as a creative outlet. I love the unique properties of wood. Each piece has its own beauty with different grain patterns and colors and I have a passion to bring them out. I have an enthusiasm for creating pieces of art and furniture that are as unique and individual as the wood itself.
Growing up as a third generation carpenter I have learned to build each piece with quality and care. I have also learned how important it is to be a good steward of the earth and with that in mind I use recycled wood whenever I can. It’s amazing what you can find under an old coat of paint or varnish.
My hope and dream is that each piece I make will be something that will be passed on for generations.